2017 CONTENT IN ENGLISH 77 of lighting increase food consumption and foster longer conversation time. Better lighting in the bathrooms can also prevent falls. There should be enough light for people to carry on their activities, such as getting dress and fixing their hair. The path from the bathroom to the bed should also be well illuminated. To accomplish this, a dimmer can be used to control the intensity of light; people with dementia can ex- perience over stimulation. In both spaces, an atmosphere of serenity and relaxation is necessary .In the case of shared bedrooms, independent light switches should be placed on each side of the bedroom. In order to optimize lighting in spaces that house peo- ple with dementia, different solutions are being consid- ered. Among others, replacing the traditional lighting systems for LED lighting that shines the spectrum of natural light during the night. It is estimated that, by ap- plying this, the sleep patterns will improve, and so will the overall functioning of the building. To implement this, an automatically programmed system is required to reproduce the colors and intensities of natural light during the day. It is also important to achieve the colors and intensities of light: amber for sunrise, the intensity of light at noon under a blue sky, and the soft amber of sunset light. These changes of color cannot be achieved with fluores- cent or induction lights; incandescent lights are the closest in color to light at sunset. Despite these considerations, any light that is turned on during the night will affect the circa- dian rhythm of the residents. If white LED and RGB were combined in one lighting it would be possible to program this change of color un- til nightfall. Thus, it could be programmed to gradually condition the eyes in the hours of transition from day to night. This combined light would be capable of emitting a spectrum from 450 to 700 nanometers. In addition, blue light could be increased to compensate the circadian sys- tem, being that the receptors for this type of light decrease with age. The company, Zumbotel, performed a test at the St Katharina, in Vienna, on this topic. There efforts focused on providing a lighting that would mimic very closely daylight to investigate its biological effect on the residents. To achieve this goal, fluorescent lamps (of 3000 to 6500 K) and skywhite lamps (8000 K) measuring 900 cm x 900 cm were installed. Each large area was illuminated by twelve lamps –four of soft colors–, to control de color temperature. These tests yielded great results: the resi- dents became more active, they spent more time in the living areas, improved their communication with their car- egivers and slept better. To avoid a lack of natural light, the specialists at Zum- tobel resorted to lighting of different color temperatures and light intensities, during the day. Thus, during the day a level of lighting of 1500 lux and cooler temperatures were attained. Lighting levels lower than 300 lux and warm light, got encouraging results during the morning hours and at night. Residents became more active, communica- tive and had a better mood. The colors in light were intentionally varied –from warm 2700 K to cold 6500 K–, which improves the functions of the circadian system. Panels of diffused light were used to add bright luminous intensity; this helps the photorecep- tors in the central area of the retina and avoids glare. In view of these findings, for the morning, 300 lux to 500 lux, with a color temperature between 4500 K and 6500 K is recommended; during the day, 1500 lux, with a color temperature of 4500 K to 6500 K; at night, it is advis- able to have 300 lux to 500 lux, with a color temperature of 2700 K to 3500 K. At the same time, luminaries in the hallways are very important because they guide the residents and offer se- curity; the luminaries should have dimmers to save light. In general, warm colors impart a homelike feeling to the spaces. In the bedrooms, it is possible to play with different types of lighting and in the bathroom: ceiling lighting and a separate luminary for the mirror. In conclusion, designing an interior environment for elderly people is not an easy job. Many things have to be considered: various levels of lighting; reflective sur- faces that can affect lighting; areas of glare that must be avoided; attainment of subtle changes of light intensity and avoidance of bright lights during the night, among others. It can be a difficult task but, we have to pay more attention to this group of people, not only because it rep- resents a larger group than the young, but because it’s important to understand that getting older brings dif- ferent needs that must be researched more diligently, so that the well-being of this, ever growing segment of the population can be improved. NEW TALENTS WHO SAID CRISIS? They say every crisis has its positive side. It can be an op- portunity to get real and assess what really goes on and what are the true needs and problems of the present. This opens the mind to new solutions and ways of reinventing ourselves so we can become more efficient. Young architects are an example of this. In a profession that has been deeply affected by the economic crisis of the last ten years, they have had to find new solutions in order to prosper but they do have an advantage: their education opens up access to many fields. Last June, iCandela attended the Lamp Lighting Solutions 2017 Awards that took place in the beautiful Espai Xavier Corberó, in Esplugues de Llobregat, Barcelona. In this con- text, we had the opportunity to talk with Sergi Sauras and Pau Garrofé, winners of the Students Proposal with their project “Elogio de la Sombra” (Praise to Shadow). These two young men, students of the Escuela Técnica Superior de Ar- quitectura La Salle (Barcelona), and about to complete their studies, are a clear example of this opening up to other fields that people in their profession are experimenting. After studying a career based on construction design of buildings, many students focus on following this path, but Sergi and Paul realized that architecture “goes so much further: urban planning, furniture design or, in this case, lighting”. In their opinion, the study of architecture introduces basic ideas on lighting but does not elaborate on them, which “raises questions that only the curious are willing to pursue realizing, very soon, the possibilities around light”. This was their case and, even though they had never done anything like it, the opportunity to experi- ment with light arouse, to design an experience and see it through, and they jumped at the chance. In an exclusive interview for iCandela they explain where they found their inspirations: “Elogio de la Sombra” is a very personal project for both of us. Faced with the challenge of designing a lighting in- stallation, we sat down to share our personal experiences with light in architecture”, relate the young prizewinners. Sergi Sauras goes back to the beginning of the project: “I remember that Pau had just returned from Japan and was fascinated by the Japanese sensitivity in treating shadow. As a matter of fact, “Elogio de la Sombra” is the title of a fa- mous book written by a Japanese author, Junihiro Tanizaki”. Furthermore, Pau Garrofé relates that inspiration also came about from the fact that Sergi had been working in Denmark and would “talk about how the light in Northern Europe had very special nuances, how it was diffused. How objects, people and places appeared like silhouettes in the distance”, something that we can almost feel in their work. “We wanted to duplicate those effects in the heart of Barcelona and we were successful”, the students were pleased to declare. They were competing against more than 500 proposals from around 40 countries and considering that the level was “very high”, few people expected them to win. “We presented our project to share something that we were very proud of; we were congratulated by the jury and re- ceived very positive comments over all. Winning the prize was the best finale for an unforgettable night”, they admit excitedly when talking about the Students Proposal prize. When asked about their future prospects, Sergi Sauras tells us that, together with two fellow students, he is de- veloping a new concept of architecture studies, called ELLS, that intends to do “things differently”. They have done sev- eral projects that include lighting and they expect to make them public soon. Regarding their concerns, Pau Garrofé explains that his priority is finishing his career and in addi- tion, continue acquiring more experience in the labor mar- ket and taking new courses. ”Who knows, after this great experience, maybe in the world of lighting!”, reveals the prizewinner. In any case, they are convinced that even though “Elogio de la Sombra” was their first project together, it will not be the last. “We are working on some sketches of something very special that will see the light, quite literally, next year.” NOTES FAMA-LAB 2017: GREAT ACCEPTANCE FOR THE FIRST ARCHITECTURE FAIR AND IDEAS LABORATORIES IN MADRID Under the title FAMA-LAB, the Architecture Fair and Labo- ratory of Ideas successfully launched its first edition the past 13,14 and 15 of September. The fair was organized by